161/2 divided by 161/4
161/2 ÷ 161/4
=
2
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction161/4 becomes 4/161
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2Multiply by reciprocal161/2 × 4/161
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3Multiply numerators & denominators161 × 4 = 644 2 × 161 = 322
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4Simplify644/322 = 2/1
How to Divide Fractions
To divide fractions, use "Keep, Change, Flip": keep the first fraction unchanged, change the ÷ to ×, then flip the second fraction. Multiply and simplify.